Gunj
About Gunj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gunj village is 543115. Gunj village is located in Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagaon (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Gunj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1333.5 hectares. Gunj has a total population of 6,277 peoples, out of which male population is 3,280 while female population is 2,997. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 913 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gunj village is 67.64% out of which 73.51% males and 61.23% females are literate. There are about 1,416 houses in gunj village. Pincode of gunj village locality is 445205.
When it comes to administration, Gunj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gunj village comes under Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency. Pusad is nearest town to gunj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gunj
The population details of Gunj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,277 | 3,280 | 2,997 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 856 | 488 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 804 | 419 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 4,246 | 2,411 | 1,835 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,031 | 869 | 1,162 |
Connectivity of Gunj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gunj
Where is Gunj located?
Gunj village is situated in Mahagaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunj?
Gunj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gunj?
The pincode of Gunj is 445205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gunj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunj is 6,277, with 3,280 males and 2,997 females.
How many households are there in Gunj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gunj village has a total of 1,416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunj is 67.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.51%, while the female literacy rate is 61.23%.